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Arima Hot springs Food & City Walking Model Course
A one-night, two-day trip to fully enjoy sightseeing, Hot springs, and gourmet cuisine
Arima Hot springs Introducing the Arima Hot springs City Walking Course, where you can enjoy food, fishing ponds, and nature, and experience an extraordinary atmosphere by ropeway.
What kind of place is Arima?
Arima Hot springs, a blessed location in the Kansai region
It is conveniently located 60 minutes by car from Osaka and 40 minutes from Kobe.
It's accesible from Osaka International Airport, just 30 minutes by bus!
Hyogo Kobe-shi Kita Ward, Arima Town, famous for the Kansai inner seating Arima Hot springs loved by Taikō Hideyoshi.
Arima Hot springs, one of Japan's three oldest hot springs, still vividly preserves the rich history and culture nurtured by Hot springs.
This time, we will introduce a course centered on various gourmet foods and nature-rich sightseeing spots around Arima.
Day 1 | Enjoying Food Tours, Nature, and Hot springs
Day. 1
11:00 Arrive at Arima Hot springs! Stroll around Hot springs town
Arima is a historic Hot springs town known as the oldest Hot springs in Japan.
It is lined with stores selling carbonated rice crackers and other gourmet foods.
First, we went to Arima Juhachiban, one of the most popular places in Hot springs town, to eat fluffy and melt-in-your-mouth Akashiyaki, which has an irresistible aroma of soup stock.
Arima Hot springs The long-established taste Arima of the Akashiyaki with "Sansho in white soy sauce" Arima is unique to this place.
Be sure to compare Akashiyaki and Arima Yaki!
| Address | 1183 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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| Business day | 11:00-17:30 (last order 30 minutes before closing) (Thursdays closed) *Open until 18:00 on weekends and holidays |
12:30 Enjoy fishing at Arima Masu Pond
A 15-minute walk from Arima Hot springs Station. Try your hand at rainbow trout fishing in a fishing pond surrounded by nature!
No reservation required, just come empty-handed.
It is an easy experience even for beginners and children, and you can eat the baby trout you catch.
You can enjoy eating the whole fish from head to tail at "Masu no Chaya" inside the park.
Have it fried until crispy.
The Masu Masu Koikoi Shrine inside the facility is a very popular power spot for matchmaking! If there is someone you like, write your feelings on a love charm or a cute heart-shaped votive tablet to improve your luck in love.
| Address | 1688-2 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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| Opening Hours | March to November: 9:00-17:00 (last orders 16:30) (Closed every Wednesday and Thursday) December to February: 9:30 to 16:30 (last orders 16:00) (Closed every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) |
| usage fee | 1 rod/1,600 yen (3 fish included/food included) *For 4 or more fish, 300 yen per fish |
14:00 Board the Rokko-Arima Ropeway!
Ride the well-known Rokko Arima Ropeway.
The view of Mount Rokko from the ropeway is spectacular, and the view that spreads all the way to your feet is breathtaking!
Enjoy the beautiful green forest scenery as you head to the summit of Mount Rokko.
| Address | 4512-336 Kita-Rokko, Rokkosan-cho, Nada-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 657-0101 |
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| Opening hours and fees | Official Website |
16:00 Check in at KAMENOI HOTEL ARIMA
After enjoying trout fishing and Mt. Rokko, check into KAMENOI HOTEL ARIMA.
Before dinner time, you can take a break in the hotel's Hot springs comes from its own source.
Relax and soothe your travel fatigue with a relaxing soak in the murky reddish brown waters of Arima 's famous Kinsen hot spring.
17:30 Kobe beef dinner
For dinner, enjoy the luxurious [Kiwami Kaiseki] course, featuring world-renowned Kobe beef in the form of steak or shabu-shabu.
The deliciousness of Kobe beef lies above all in the "sweetness" and "aroma" of the meat.
Beautifully marbled steak is juicy and tender.
Enjoy Kobe beef, which is said to be a taste you'll never forget once you've tried it, as the delicious flavor melts in your mouth!
| Dinner time | 17:30-21:00 (Last Orders 20:30) |
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20:00 After dinner, relax at the hotel
The on-site shop stocks a variety of popular products, including Arima Hot springs 's specialty carbonated rice crackers.
After your meal, you can choose souvenirs or enjoy Hot springs once more!
Spend your time however you like, wherever you like.
Store
| Operating Hours | 8：00～20：00 |
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21:00 Kamenoi specialty "Hell Tour Night Crying Dandanmen"
I still haven't eaten much, or I'm a little hungry in the middle of the night and want to eat something...
When that happens, try Kamenoi's specialty, "Hell Tour Night Crying Dandanmen!"
Dandanmen, which is offered on a monthly basis, is a nice free service only for hotel guests.
Sichuan Dandanmen of "Red "
" Black" black sesame noodles
" White" white sesame Dandanmen
It's fun to see which hell you can eat.
| Serving Hours | 21:00-22:30 (L.O.) *Limited to one drink per person (additional orders available for an additional fee) |
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Day 2 | Nature and Arima Hot springs Strolling Through the City
Day. 2
8:00Breakfast buffet
In addition to the standard Japanese and Western dishes, we also offer "Ibonoito" somen noodles and bokkake
Enjoy a wide variety of dishes at the breakfast buffet, which also includes local ingredients.
| Opening Hours | 7:00-9:00 *2-part system |
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10:00 Check-out
~ To Zuihoji Park
Just a short walk from the hotel is Zuihoji Park, where you can fully experience nature.
Passing through the charming gate, which was relocated from Fushimi Castle, you'll find yourself in a breathtaking view said to have been loved by Toyotomi Hideyoshi himself.
Enjoy the scenery that Toyotomi Hideyoshi praised, saying, "I could look at it forever and never tire of it," which is why it's also called the "Garden of Day-Long Life."
15 minutes walk from the hotel
| Address | 500-19 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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11:00 Enjoy Hot springs town
Arima 's Hot springs town still has plenty of gourmet food!
The great thing about this place is that you can casually enjoy eating as you walk around, and you can eat hot, freshly made food.
I was feeling hungry, so I went to various shops in Hot springs town.
Croquettes made with Kobe beef, one of Japan's three great wagyu beef brands.
At Takenaka Meat Shop, which sells domestic Japanese black beef and Kobe beef
Enjoy Kobe beef croquettes, Kobe beef skewers, Kobe beef bowls and other delicacies made with Kobe beef.
Enjoy a stroll around Hot springs town!
| Address | 813 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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| Opening Hours | 9:30-17:00 (Closed on Wednesdays) |
13:00 Take a break at MITSUMORI CAFE
I was tired after buying souvenirs and exploring Hot springs town, so I took a break at a cafe.
At the cafe run by Mitsumori, which is famous for its carbonated rice crackers, you can discover new delicious treats such as mille crepes and waffles made with carbonated rice crackers.
The colorful Arima cider and cream soda match the retro atmosphere of the hot Hot springs town and are also recommended for photo opportunities.
| Address | 811 Arima-cho, Kita-ku, Kobe-shi, Hyogo Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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| Opening Hours | 10：00～16：00 |
14:00 Search for souvenirs at Yoshitakaya
The store is lined with products that feature the trademark "Turtle Mark," which is inspired by the turtle crest of Arima 's Yusen Shrine.
Among the most popular products are medicinal bath additives that allow you to enjoy Arima 's Hot springs, "Kin-yu" and "Gin-yu," at home, and soaps containing Arima 's Hot springs water.
Buy lots of souvenirs to take home with you to your friends and family.
| Address | 259 Hyogo, Arima, Kobe-shi Prefecture, 651-1401 |
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| Opening Hours | 9:30-19:00 (Closed on Wednesdays) |
If you go a little further
You can go to places like this too
1877-9 Hyogo Rokkosan-cho, Nada-ku Kobe-shi Prefecture, 657-0101
・Around Rokko-Arima Ropeway "Rokko Sancho Station"
・About 25 minutes by car from the hotel
It is one of the best viewing spots in Japan, offering a grand panorama stretching from the Akashi Strait to the Osaka Plain and Kansai International Airport, as well as a million-dollar night view at night. There are also restaurants, cafes, shops, and more, so you can enjoy the beautiful night view.
1749 Hyogo, Arima ku, Kobe-shi Prefecture, 651-1401
・About 5 minutes on foot from Arima Masuike Pond
・About 15 minutes walk from the hotel
Falling water hitting a rock cavity is called "Pong! Pow! The name "Tsutsumigataki " comes from the sound of falling water hitting a hollow in the rock, which sounds like a drum. The clear water from Mt. Rokko flows down, and at dusk in early summer, fireflies fly all around, and the cool chirping of frog can be heard, making it an ideal place for forest bathing.
1-chome Higashikawasakicho, Chuo-ku Kobe-shi Hyogo Prefecture, 650-0044
・About 40 minutes by car from the hotel
It is one of Kobe's leading shopping and sightseeing areas, with a full range of large complexes offering shopping, dining, movie theaters, and amusement spaces. Takahama Pier, where the cruise ship Concerto docks, is a great spot for strolling while feeling the sea breeze.
FAQ
Arima Hot springs Hot springs town is relatively compact, but if you want to enjoy things like food strolling, café hopping, ropeway, and autumn foliage spots, I recommend spending half a day to a day.
Hot springs The city has many narrow alleys and slopes, allowing you to enjoy a retro atmosphere just by walking. At night, the scenery becomes a different and calm atmosphere, so staying overnight and taking a leisurely stroll is also popular.
You can enjoy a food tour mainly around Yumotozaka. Carbonated rice crackers, Kobe beef croquettes, Arima cider, and other unique Arima Hot springs gourmet dishes line up, making it easy to stop by while strolling. There are many old-fashioned shops and retro cafes, so you can enjoy walking around the city together.
Yes, Arima Hot springs is a Hot springs destination that is easy to visit on foot. Tourist spots and restaurants are concentrated around the station and bus terminal, so you can enjoy it even by public transportation alone.
The Access from Kobe and Osaka is also good, making it a Hot springs area that is easy to visit even for first-timers.
Arima Hot springs is a Hot springs place you can enjoy year-round, but in the coming season, it's also recommended for early summer trips to enjoy fresh greenery and summer retreats. The area around Mount Rokko is relatively cool, so you can enjoy strolling through the Hot springs city while sipping food and visiting cafes. During the summer vacation season, many people visit for family trips or sightseeing in Kobe.
In autumn, you can enjoy the autumn leaves at Zuihoji Park, and in winter, enjoy Kinsen. Hot springs travel is also popular, but from spring to summer, the crowds tend to calm down and it's a more relaxed time.
Yes, it's also popular for trips with children. At Arima Masu Pond, you can experience rainbow trout fishing, and there are spots where even small children can enjoy food tours and rope rides.
It is a Hot springs destination visited by many families and three-generation travelers.
By train or bus
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Kyoto Station
- JR Shinkansen NozomiApprox. 30 minutes
- Shin-Kobe Station
- Kobe-shi Subway Kitakami Lineapprox. 10 minutes
- Tanigami Station
- Shintetsu Arima
(Minatogawa-Arima)approx. 10 minutes - Arima Station
- Shintetsu Arima
(Arima-Arima Hot springs)approx. 5 minutes - Arima Hot springs
- About 5 minutesby taxiApproximately 20 minuteson foot
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Towards Osaka
- JR Expressway Bus (JR Osaka Station Bus Terminal) *Currently out of service
Hankyu Expressway Bus (Osaka Umeda Sanban-gai Bus Terminal)Approximately 1 hour - Bus stop (Taikobashi)/
Hankyu Bus Arima Hot springs Bus Terminal - About 5 minutesby taxiApproximately 20 minuteson foot
- JR Expressway Bus (JR Osaka Station Bus Terminal) *Currently out of service
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Towards Kyoto
- Keihan Bus/Hankyu Bus:Approx. 1 hour 15 minutes
- Hankyu Bus Arima Hot springs Bus Terminal
- About 5 minutesby taxiApproximately 20 minuteson foot
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Kobe/Sannomiya area
- JR Expressway Bus (Sannomiya Bus Terminal)Approx. 30 minutes
- Bus stop (Taikobashi)
- About 5 minutesby taxiApproximately 20 minuteson foot
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Kansai International Airport
- Airport Limousine Bus: Approximately 1 hour and 5 minutes
- Kobe Sannomiya/
Sannomiya Bus Terminal - JR highway busapprox. 30 mins
- Bus stop (Taikobashi)
- About 5 minutesby taxiApproximately 20 minuteson foot
pick-up and drop-off service
Guests can be picked up upon arrival at the Kobe Electric Railway Arima Hot springs station, Hankyu Bus Terminal, or JR Bus Terminal by calling us.
On your way back, we will take you to Kobe Electric Railway Arima Hot springs Station, Hankyu Bus Terminal, or JR Bus Terminal.
Please make a reservation at the front desk. We accept reservations every 15 minutes from 9:00.
